Force Second Trial Squad 2024
*_Force_ v Brumbies * 1. Marley Pearce 2. Feleti Kaituu 3. Tiann Tauakipulu 4. Lopeti Faifua 5. Tom Franklin 6. Michael Wells 7. Carlo Tizzano 8. Will Harris
Force v Brumbies
1. Marley Pearce
2. Feleti Kaituu
3. Tiann Tauakipulu
4. Lopeti Faifua
5. Tom Franklin
6. Michael Wells
7. Carlo Tizzano
8. Will Harris
9. Issak Fines-Leleiwasa
10. Ben Donaldson
11. Chase Tiatia
12. Hamish Stewart
13. Sam Spink
14. George Poolman
15. Max Burey
16. Albert Alcock
17. Charlie Hancock
18. Atu Moli
19. Regi Churchward
20. Tim Anstee
21. Ollie Callan
22. Titi Nofogatotoa
23. Ian Prior
24. Reesjan Pasitoa
25. Henry ODonnell
26. Ronan Leahy
Force team list named for Saturday's Brumbies pre-season trial clash on Fan Day
Fri, Feb 9, 2024, 10:55 AM
by Ben Somerford
The Western Force have named a 26-player team list for Saturdays second pre-season trial game against the ACT Brumbies which doubles as the Clubs Fan Day at Revo Fitness Stadium.
From last weeks team that prevailed 21-19 over the Queensland Reds, forwards Feleti Kaituu, Tiaan Tauakipulu, Lopeti Faifua and Carlo Tizzano plus winger George Poolman all come into the starting XV.
Santiago Medrano and Jeremy Williams are both unavailable having entered head injury protocols after knocks sustained in the Reds game. Tom Horton and Harry Potter have been left out due to precaution due to minor niggles with a view to Round 1 availability, while Tim Anstee has made way for returning WA product Tizzano.
Force head coach Simon Cron said: Carlo Tizzano is back at openside flanker and hell bring energy and hes a doer. Hell put a lot of pressure on at the breakdown.
Feleti and George both got good minutes last weekend and its another opportunity for them to press their claims for a starting spot. Its a great opportunity for Tiaan to start at tighthead prop, while we love what Lopeti brings to our team and he gets the chance to start this week.
The game is the Forces final competitive tune-up prior to their Round 1 Super Rugby Pacific opener against the Hurricanes on Friday 23 February at HBF Park and head coach Simon Cron said there was plenty to gain.
"We now have the opportunity to work on combinations again after last week Cron said. The boys have given us some laser focus areas, in their positions, to help progress the team. Were looking forward to giving them another chance to play.
Siosifa Amone (knee), Harry Hoopert (knee), Felix Kalapu (hamstring), Campbell Parata (hamstring), Izack Rodda (foot), Papillon Sevele (knee), Angus Wagner (knee) and Nic White (shoulder) were not considered for selection due to injury, along with the aforementioned Medrano, Williams, Horton and Potter.
Play starts at 5pm, with gates open from 4pm for the clubs Fan Day with entry free to all patrons.
The Fan Day includes a raft of family-friendly activities including inflatables, face painters, food trucks, mascots, player signature and selfie opportunities and much more.
The game will not be streamed so fans are encouraged to attend with free entry or follow @WesternForce on Twitter for regular updates.
Super Rugby Pacific pre-season trial game
Western Force v ACT Brumbies
Saturday 10 February 5pm WST
Revo Fitness Stadium
Fan Day starts from 4pm WST, free entry
1. Marley Pearce
2. Feleti Kaituu
3. Tiann Tauakipulu
4. Lopeti Faifua
5. Tom Franklin
6. Michael Wells
7. Carlo Tizzano
8. Will Harris
9. Issak Fines-Leleiwasa
10. Ben Donaldson
11. Chase Tiatia
12. Hamish Stewart
13. Sam Spink
14. George Poolman
15. Max Burey
16. Albert Alcock
17. Charlie Hancock
18. Atu Moli
19. Regi Churchward
20. Tim Anstee
21. Ollie Callan
22. Titi Nofogatotoa
23. Ian Prior
24. Reesjan Pasitoa
25. Henry ODonnell
26. Ronan Leahy
Force team list named for Saturday's Brumbies pre-season trial clash on Fan Day
Fri, Feb 9, 2024, 10:55 AM
by Ben Somerford
The Western Force have named a 26-player team list for Saturdays second pre-season trial game against the ACT Brumbies which doubles as the Clubs Fan Day at Revo Fitness Stadium.
From last weeks team that prevailed 21-19 over the Queensland Reds, forwards Feleti Kaituu, Tiaan Tauakipulu, Lopeti Faifua and Carlo Tizzano plus winger George Poolman all come into the starting XV.
Santiago Medrano and Jeremy Williams are both unavailable having entered head injury protocols after knocks sustained in the Reds game. Tom Horton and Harry Potter have been left out due to precaution due to minor niggles with a view to Round 1 availability, while Tim Anstee has made way for returning WA product Tizzano.
Force head coach Simon Cron said: Carlo Tizzano is back at openside flanker and hell bring energy and hes a doer. Hell put a lot of pressure on at the breakdown.
Feleti and George both got good minutes last weekend and its another opportunity for them to press their claims for a starting spot. Its a great opportunity for Tiaan to start at tighthead prop, while we love what Lopeti brings to our team and he gets the chance to start this week.
The game is the Forces final competitive tune-up prior to their Round 1 Super Rugby Pacific opener against the Hurricanes on Friday 23 February at HBF Park and head coach Simon Cron said there was plenty to gain.
"We now have the opportunity to work on combinations again after last week Cron said. The boys have given us some laser focus areas, in their positions, to help progress the team. Were looking forward to giving them another chance to play.
Siosifa Amone (knee), Harry Hoopert (knee), Felix Kalapu (hamstring), Campbell Parata (hamstring), Izack Rodda (foot), Papillon Sevele (knee), Angus Wagner (knee) and Nic White (shoulder) were not considered for selection due to injury, along with the aforementioned Medrano, Williams, Horton and Potter.
Play starts at 5pm, with gates open from 4pm for the clubs Fan Day with entry free to all patrons.
The Fan Day includes a raft of family-friendly activities including inflatables, face painters, food trucks, mascots, player signature and selfie opportunities and much more.
The game will not be streamed so fans are encouraged to attend with free entry or follow @WesternForce on Twitter for regular updates.
Super Rugby Pacific pre-season trial game
Western Force v ACT Brumbies
Saturday 10 February 5pm WST
Revo Fitness Stadium
Fan Day starts from 4pm WST, free entry